about us:

Values and Back Story

Richard and Cathy have been married for 34 years, and have two adult children. They bring a rich tapestry of expertise from the realms of education, coaching, and leadership to their Life Direction and Identity coaching practice.

Richard is the founding partner of the Coaching Dynamic (since 2008) and author of the 'Emerge Life Direction Programme'. and the 'Identity Imprint'. These programmes are amongst a number of coaching materials and books that He has written specifically to bring insight and empowerment for life's journey.

Richard’s experience of working in leadership positions in charitable settings, together with his depth of understanding of coaching provides unique tools and a carefully-delivered approach to help those seeking new and clear direction in life. His clients have made genuine and life changing discoveries about their potential and their route to a fulfilled life. He is a qualified personal performance coach, coaching author, public speaker, ordained minister, certified NLP practitioner, qualified teacher and the founding partner of The Coaching Dynamic. A range of his books are shown below.

Richard Burwell Co Founder of The Coaching Dynamic

Catherine Burwell Co Founder of The Coaching Dynamic

Catherine complements this with her wide experience in teaching and personal development, holding certifications in NLP, MBTI, and SDI, ensuring a comprehensive coaching experience catering to all learning styles.

Catherine is a partner in the Coaching Dynamic. Her background blends education with coaching. she is a learning and development adviser, qualified teacher, personal performance coach, facilitator and coaching supervisor. She is certified in NLP; MBTI (Myers Briggs Personality Consultation; SDI (Strengths Deployment Inventory) and AEM cube team productivity. In addition to contributing to the structure of the programme, Catherine supports Emerge in the area of personality and self awareness.


Through their 'Identity Imprint Confidence Workshop', their mission is to empower mid-level professionals and boost their confidence and professional engagement by unveiling and fortifying their inherent strengths and identity. Richard and Catherine offer transformative self-discovery tools and techniques through their bespoke coaching method, designed to elevate personal and professional lives. Together, they serve as catalysts for individuals looking to redefine their self-image and enhance workplace productivity and satisfaction.

Values and Philosophy

We recognise the confusion many people have in discerning the direction their life should take, the meaning they can make and the purpose they can pursue - especially in times of life transition. This confusion becomes more insistent at the close of one chapter and the start of the new. So which direction should your story take? The new chapter of your life hasn't been written yet. Now is the time to ask - what do I want to be in it and which direction do I want to go?

Richard Burwell Co Founder of The Coaching Dynamic

Catherine Burwell Co Founder of The Coaching Dynamic

These questions of life direction and purpose fuflfillment are bound up in the deeper questions of identity and the struggle to define who you are and the shape your life is to take. What you do next, is, in part a response to the unique road you have travelled, the way you've been formed through the pressures of life and the unique opportunities that lie ahead. Our mission at Emerge is to guide you on this journey and to empower you to make your own courageous choices going forward.

Courses

Bespoke Guided Coaching Programmes

One day workshop equipping you to live powerfully from the centre. Discover your unique, multifaceted identity which grows confidence from within. Learn how to live from these inner truths on a daily basis.

One day workshop equipping you to live powerfully from the centre. Discover your unique, multifaceted identity which grows confidence from within. Learn how to live from these inner truths on a daily basis.

Facilitating Insight - Harnessing Potential - Empowering Change

Matthew - Barrister: I undertook a series of sessions with Richard: his style of coaching is very much to give clients control of the situation, creating a safe environment to explore ideas, aspirations and problems, however tricky. The result was that I felt more focused, better-equipped and calmer about my professional and personal goals. I have taken some significant steps forward. So, judged by the extent to which Richard has helped me, the experience was a serious success. I would recommend Richard.

Writing

Books and Pamphlets

Some of my books are only available through my coaching and membership programmes. Some are available as pdf downloads.

Please search the website for more information on what I have written and how you can gain access to the content.

Richard's gentle and encouraging coaching style helped me enormously across several life issues. He helped me clarify my thoughts and led me to plan and go on to achieve many goals. He had integrity and a genuine interest in me and what I wanted to achieve. Being coached by Richard helped me view things differently & make changes to enable me to lead a fuller life..... Elizabeth Butler - Magistrate, Mentor, Teacher.

I was at a point where I needed a clearer direction in my career. I wanted to move forward & work out what was stopping me from doing that. Through Richard’s questions I worked out strategies to achieve my goals. One of the key things was learning to change my perceptions. We talked about altering behavioural patterns & changing physical & emotional habits & this has proved very successful. I came away being able to say, “I am succeeding” which was really important to me...I now have a clearer sense of direction & I am encouraged by my own progress. Janet Remedial Massage Therapist